HONDA INSIGHT 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V798000

Make Model Year
HONDA INSIGHT 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-02-12 2020-12-17 2020-12-18

Manufacturers Involved: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: K9E

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 27838

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Honda "American Honda Motor Co." is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit "PCU" software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.